Bad Bunny made history at Super Bowl LX with the first entirely Spanish-language Halftime Show, but a heartwarming moment with a young boy sparked widespread confusion across social media.
The Puerto Rican superstar’s performance at Levi’s Stadium featured celebrity cameos, surprise duets, and a powerful message about love conquering hate.
Yet one particular gesture—handing what appeared to be a Grammy Award to a child on stage—led thousands to believe the boy was Liam Ramos, the 5-year-old recently detained by ICE.
That assumption, however passionate, turned out to be incorrect.
The Viral Moment That Sparked Confusion
During his groundbreaking performance on Sunday, February 8, Bad Bunny handed a replica Grammy Award to a young boy onstage. Given the artist’s recent outspoken stance on immigration policies and ICE deportations, many viewers immediately connected the dots to Liam Ramos.
Ramos and his father, Adrian Conejo Arias, were detained by ICE agents on January 20 after returning home from preschool in Minneapolis. The pair spent days in a Texas detention center before being released on February 1, sparking national outrage and renewed attention to immigration enforcement practices.
Social media erupted with emotional reactions. “Many of you may have missed this, but the little boy who Bad Bunny handed his Grammy to at the Super Bowl was Liam Ramos!,” one X user claimed.
Another wrote: “I thought this moment was so touching and meaningful, but if it’s Liam…that times a million.”
The Real Identity: Child Actor Lincoln Fox Ramadan
Despite widespread speculation, The New York Times quickly clarified that the boy was actually Lincoln Fox Ramadan, a child actor. Ramadan himself confirmed his involvement by posting video footage to his official Instagram account.
I’ll remember this day forever! @badbunnypr — it was my truest honor.
While the identity mix-up spread rapidly online, the confusion was understandable given Bad Bunny’s recent activism around immigration issues. Just days before the Super Bowl, he made headlines at the Grammys with a bold statement.
Bad Bunny’s Powerful Grammy Speech Sets the Stage
The recent Grammy winner didn’t hold back when accepting his award for Best Música Urbana Album—one of three trophies he claimed that night. Standing at the podium, he declared “ICE out” before launching into a passionate defense of Latino communities.
We’re not savage, we’re not animals, we’re not aliens. We are humans and we are Americans.
He continued with a message that would echo through his Halftime Show performance days later.
Hate gets more powerful with more hate. The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love. So please, we need to be different if we fight, we have to do it with love. We don’t hate them. We love our people. We love our family, and that’s the way to do it. With love. Don’t forget that please.
Historic Performance Celebrates Latino Culture
Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show featured spectacular performances of hits including “Tití Me Preguntó,” “Yo Perreo Sola,” “Safaera,” and “Monaco.” The Puerto Rican-inspired set design celebrated Latino heritage with vibrant colors and cultural references.
Celebrity appearances elevated the spectacle further. Pedro Pascal, Cardi B, Jessica Alba, and Karol G all made cameos, while Lady Gaga delivered a salsa rendition of “Die with a Smile” and Ricky Martin performed “Lo Que Le Pasó a Hawaii.”
The performance concluded with a message displayed across video boards: “The only thing more powerful than hate is love.” Bad Bunny also held up a football emblazoned with the words “Together, we are America.”
Presidential Criticism and Cultural Backlash
Donald Trump didn’t waste time responding. On Truth Social, he called it “One of the worst, EVER!”
Nobody understands a word this guy is saying, and the dancing is disgusting, especially for young children that are watching from throughout the U.S.A., and all over the World.
Trump continued his criticism, calling the show “just a ‘slap in the face’ to our Country,” contrasting it with what he claimed were record-breaking stock market achievements.
The NFL’s decision to feature Bad Bunny sparked significant controversy. A petition circulated demanding country singer George Strait replace him as headliner. Rocker Kid Rock organized “The All American Halftime Show” through Turning Point USA, featuring performances from himself, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett.
Viewership Numbers Tell Different Story
According to KATU, approximately 5 million viewers watched Kid Rock’s counter-programming event. Meanwhile, early reports suggest 135-142 million viewers tuned in for Bad Bunny’s historic performance—making it one of the most-watched Halftime Shows in recent memory.
The astronomical viewership difference demonstrates that despite backlash from certain quarters, Bad Bunny’s cultural moment resonated with massive audiences. His blend of entertainment, activism, and celebration of Latino identity created conversation that extended far beyond football.
Whether through intentional symbolism or coincidental timing, the moment with young Lincoln Fox Ramadan became a flashpoint for broader discussions about immigration, identity, and representation in American culture.